Sehnsra - Ajnala, Amritsar
Sehnsra is a village situated in the Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajnala and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Sehnsra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehnsra is 037390. The village covers a total geographical area of 1350 hectares and falls under the 143102 pincode. Raja Sansi is the nearest town.
Sehnsra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raja sansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sehnsra
As per Census 2011, Sehnsra village has a total population of 5,048 people, consisting of 2,657 males and 2,391 females. The village has 930 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 612 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,173 literate and 1,875 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,036 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sehnsra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,048 | 2,657 | 2,391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 612 | 349 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,036 | 1,078 | 958 |
| Literate Population | 3,173 | 1,749 | 1,424 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,875 | 908 | 967 |
Nearby Villages of Sehnsra
Sehnsra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sehnsra
Sehnsra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Sehnsra is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sehnsra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehnsra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sehnsra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehnsra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sehnsra
Where is Sehnsra located?
Sehnsra village is located in Ajnala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sehnsra?
Sehnsra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sehnsra?
The pincode of Sehnsra is 143102.
What is the population of Sehnsra?
Sehnsra has a total population of 5,048, including 2,657 males and 2,391 females.
How many households are there in Sehnsra?
There are 930 households in Sehnsra.
What is the literacy rate in Sehnsra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehnsra is 62.86%. Male literacy is 65.83% and female literacy is 59.56%.